At Civitan Preschool, our Early Intervention Day Treatment (EIDT)program is designed to give children the support they need to learn, grow, and thrive. From therapy and nursing services to preschool classrooms and family support, we provide a full range of services in one nurturing, child-centered environment. Every service is tailored to meet each child’s unique needs, helping them build confidence, independence, and skills that last a lifetime.
The mission of Civitan Preschool is to help children advance to their full potential in all areas of development in preparation for entrance into the public school system. Our program focuses on the academic and social education of children with diverse backgrounds, delays and disabilities. Curriculums are uniquely designed for each skill level.
Upon acceptance, each child is evaluated and an IFSP/IPP is developed with family members and instructors to meet the individual needs of the child. We offer skill development and therapies in the following areas:
- Educational Services
- Gross Motor Skills
- Fine Motor Skills
- Adaptive (Self-Help) Skills
- Social Skills
- Handwriting Without Tears Program
- Kindergarten Readiness Skills
- Emotional Skills
- Communication Skills
- Cognitive (Pre-Academic) Skills
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech Therapy
Civitan Preschool teachers and licensed therapists possess some of the highest credentials in their field and are well equipped to meet the daily educational, physical, psychological and emotional needs of the children placed in their care.
Our staff is intimately familiar with each child and their specific needs and continuously exceeds expectations to ensure that those needs are being met. We develop partnerships with families to establish and evaluate program planning and implementation and encourage family participation in the growth and development of their child.
For children with special health care needs, The Civitan Preschool has a nurse on staff that establishes specific medical care plans, presents staff training, healthcare and med management as well as conducts regular quality control assessments to ensure that medical plans are being followed correctly.
In addition, Civitan Preschool program provides transportation to and from the facility, nutritional meals and snacks, age-appropriate classroom toys, modern playground equipment and low child to teacher ratio all in a safe, clean and positive environment where each child is loved and receives daily individual attention, understanding and encouragement.
Civitan Preschool EIDT Program
At Civitan Services, we believe every child deserves the best start in life. Our Early Intervention Day Treatment (EIDT) Preschool Program provides high‑quality, therapeutic early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years with developmental delays or disabilities.
Through a warm, structured, and play‑based environment, children receive individualized support from a team of licensed professionals—including speech, occupational, and physical therapists, developmental specialists, and nurses—all working together to help each child reach their fullest potential.
Our program combines therapeutic services with a preschool curriculum, ensuring children not only build critical developmental skills but also learn, play, and grow alongside peers in a nurturing classroom setting. Each child’s journey is guided by an Individualized Treatment Plan, created in partnership with families to support progress at home and school.
At Civitan, we focus on more than just school readiness—we foster confidence, communication, independence, and joy in every child we serve. With caring teachers, a safe environment, and a proven approach, our EIDT Preschool Program sets the foundation for lifelong learning and success.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy – building fine motor skills, independence, sensory processing, and daily living abilities.
Our occupational therapists work on a wide range of skills in the above categories including grasping, buttoning, zipping, dressing, feeding, handwriting, including daily living skills, handwriting, coloring, cutting, sequencing, learning to respond to sensory input, emotional regulation, hand eye coordination, and many more.
Speech Therapy
Speech & Language Therapy – supporting communication, language development, feeding, and social interaction. Our speech therapists specialize in the following:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Receptive and Expressive Language Disorders
- Hearing impairment
- Feeding or swallowing disorders
- Down Syndrome
- Apraxia
- Fluency
- Social-Pragmatic Language Disorders
- Developmental Delay
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy – improving strength, balance, coordination, and motor planning.
Our physical therapists work on increasing core strength, balance, and coordination, improving gait and walking patterns, enhancing mobility skills (stairs, ramps, transfers), supporting the use of adaptive equipment (walkers, orthotics, wheelchairs), motor planning and body awareness, and many more gross motor skills.
Outpatient Therapy Services
At Civitan Services, we know that every child grows and learns at their own pace. Sometimes, they just need a little extra support to reach their milestones—and that’s where our Outpatient Therapy Services come in.
Whether your child needs help with talking, moving, playing, or everyday skills, our caring team of licensed therapists is here to guide them every step of the way. We offer:
- 🗣 Speech Therapy – to strengthen language, communication, and feeding skills
- ✋ Occupational Therapy – to build independence, coordination, and sensory skills
- 🏃 Physical Therapy – to support movement, balance, and strength
We work closely with you to create a plan that fits your child’s unique needs and celebrate every milestone together, big or small. Therapy sessions can be scheduled in our kid‑friendly therapy center, and our flexible approach makes it easier for families to get the support they need.
At Civitan, we believe in building confidence, independence, and joy for every child. With the right tools and a lot of encouragement, amazing progress is possible!
Nursing Services
At Civitan Preschool, your child’s health and safety always comes first. That’s why our on site nursing team is an important part of our Early Intervention Day Treatment (EIDT) program. Our nurses provide compassionate care throughout the day so families can feel confident their child’s medical needs are being met while they learn, play, and grow.
Our nursing services include:
- Daily health monitoring – keeping a close eye on your child’s well‑being
- Medication administration – making sure prescriptions are given safely and on time
- Specialized care – support for feeding tubes, seizure management, diabetes care, and other medical needs
- First aid & illness response – immediate care if a child becomes sick or injured
- Family support & education – helping parents understand and manage their child’s health needs
- Behavioral Management & early support/identification – support and early detection in potential behavioral issue
- Wellness & Vaccine Education/Guidance
Our nurses work hand‑in‑hand with therapists, teachers, and families to create a safe, supportive environment where children can focus on learning and reaching milestones—without medical challenges standing in the way.
At Civitan, you’re not just enrolling your child in a program, you’re joining a team that cares for the whole child, both medically and developmentally.
👉 Now enrolling! Contact Julie Wheetley, Director of Preschool Services at
